Lee Kyung-kyu clarifies rumors about his health sparked by slurred pronunciation “When you have been at it for a long time, there are times you do it roughly, too” - 스포츠경향

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Broadcaster Lee Kyung-kyu. Sports Kyunghyang DB

Broadcaster Lee Kyung-kyu addressed the recent rumors about his health through his YouTube channel.

On the 23rd, Lee appeared in a video on his YouTube channel ‘God Kyung-kyu’ titled “Lee Kyung-kyu’s ‘stroke’ prevention methods that middle-aged people should definitely check.”

That day, Lee said, “At my age, there are parts that cause a lot of concern,” adding, “Some people raise health rumors, saying ‘his pronunciation is poor.’”

Seemingly mindful of such remarks, he joked, “When you have been broadcasting for a long time, there are times you do (pronunciation) roughly as well.”

A scene from the YouTube channel ‘God Kyung-kyu’ run by broadcaster Lee Kyung-kyu. Screen capture from Lee Kyung-kyu YouTube channel

He also opened up about the health condition that had actually become an issue. He said, “A coronary artery was blocked, so I had angina,” and added, “I had one stent inserted. It seems the brain-related area is not exactly a safe zone, either.”

Earlier, in May, rumors about the health of Lee Kyung-kyu were raised. At the time, after a video was released on a YouTube channel, concern about his health arose over his way of speaking and facial expressions.

In response, the agency for Lee Kyung-kyu said, “He was simply in poor condition at the time of filming, but there is no major problem with his health,” and added, “His current health status is fine.”

In June last year, Lee also became embroiled in controversy on suspicion of driving after taking medication. The agency said it was something that happened while he had taken medication for panic disorder and for a flu with body aches and was moving for a hospital visit, stating that they would act prudently and reflect.

For this allegation of driving after taking medication, Lee received a summary order imposing a fine. He is currently sharing his daily life through his YouTube channel ‘God Kyung-kyu’.